Perioperative RN First Assistant – Main OR

Mercy Co; Spanish Lake (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for team*

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant to support the Main OR with perioperative patient care. You will apply nursing processes, ensure patient safety and confidentiality, and collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, and other departments to optimize outcomes.

The role requires active RN licensure in Missouri, at least 1 year perioperative nursing experience, and BLS/ACLS within the first year. CNOR or RN-First Assistant certification is preferred and may be supported by Mercy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Minimum 1 year perioperative nursing experience.
• BLS/ACLS certification within first year.
• Demonstrates continued competence in assisting and in perioperative nursing.
• CNOR certification and/or RN-First Assistant certification class preferred

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
• Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

RN First Assistant

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant to support the Main OR with perioperative patient care. You will apply nursing processes, ensure patient safety and confidentiality, and collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, and other departments to optimize outcomes.

The role requires active RN licensure in Missouri, at least 1 year perioperative nursing experience, and BLS/ACLS within the first year. CNOR or RN-First Assistant certification is preferred and may be supported by Mercy.